Who is the best rapper in the world?

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WhiteSteve · Accepted Answer

So... complicated relationship with Eminem. I was in on him early, I heard about him on a college radio station in I believe late 1997. I didn’t know he was a white guy for like another year and a half lmao. So at THAT time, I’d have told you without hesitation that he was my favorite rapper, and I hyped him to anyone who would listen, although I’d say maybe 4 out of 10 people liked him. (Some of the same naysayers were all in when he came out commercially though🙄 I did get apologies from a few though, and admissions that he’s legendary, that was fucking satisfying lmao) His first album finally dropped, and I loved it... sort of. Lyrically, he was everything I had ever been looking for in a rapper: a young angry dude with a fucked up sense of humor and a kind of drugged out flow that said wicked clever, but wicked off-the-wall, and often funny, shit... and he did not give a fuck if you liked it or not. That could not have been more up teenage WhiteSteve’s alley lmfao.

The thing with Em is, I never really loved his songs, like as a song. Not NEVER, but I guess I was more accustomed that time to either West Coast gangsta vibes, or East Coast New York boom-bap flavor. There just weren’t a lot of songs that I thought were legit bangers. All that Real Slim Shady type stuff isn’t for me, although I still appreciate the lyrics. But a hundred worse rappers were making songs with what I felt were better beats, better overall vibe. I guess I just felt like a lot of mainstream Em’s songs were kind of just vehicles for him to goof off on a track... he’d still murder it, but the songs are just a little too, I don’t know... silly? I always thought a lot of his best stuff came on guest verses on other rappers’ songs, just by way of him being on a more well-constructed song, for my tastes anyway. First two albums were still great, third was pretty good but now felt REALLY commercialized, yet lyrically sound and impressive as always. My favorite Em will always be late 90s, pre-hype Em, when he was just a backpacker saying twisted shit for shock value.

I definitely respect Wayne as an honorable mention, I didn’t warm up to his style til The Carter I, but I mean, that dude can spit. His mixtapes might be better than his albums. I actually saw him live about two weeks ago, pretty good show, but definitely more focused on his commercial stuff. Obligatory Biggie and Pac mentions, but I do feel I need to point out, with all due respect to both... as much as their music has held up, and I think it’s safe to retrospectively have them in the conversation, I was in high school when both were popular and when they died. I was as into music as I’ve ever been then, had all kinds of time to keep up on it. Both were considered greats... but I never heard anyone call either of them the best of all time until they were dead. I might have been more impressed with Nas at that time, plus Jay dropped Reasonable Doubt in like ‘96, and both of those were classics. In fairness, I’m from the East Coast, so 2Pac wasn’t as big as he probably was out west, and Biggie only had one album, that was an instant classic, and we were all just waiting on the sophomore effort, which was very solid, but he unfortunately didn’t survive to see its release. So I hold both in high esteem, but I feel like there’s an emotional response involved with a lot of people’s opinions on them, plus it’s kind of a faux pas to speak anything but glowingly of them.

There are actually a ton of really good lyricists out there, too many to name, but that will always be my deciding criteria in the GOAT conversation. So for that reason, I have to give it to Eminem. Nobody has ever done it like him, before or since. Most rappers rhyme words, he rhymes entire sentences. Just fucking ridiculous. But OG Em is best👍

Second time I ever heard Em, still one of my all time favorite verses

https://youtu.be/5otbXRiacyI

That second verse tho😱😱😱

https://youtu.be/xAJwoNn7_6w https://youtu.be/jji5mT1ipMY

Mamamialetmego · Accepted Answer

I like Post Malone

knurd · Accepted Answer

Nas may possibly be my favorite? That's a tough question though. I saw DMX live and it was one of the most amazing shows I've ever seen. Not saying he's the greatest rapper. It was a small venue and how hype the crowd was gave me chills. Ruff Ryder

Keerose88 · Accepted Answer

I'm always listening to Tupac, so he's number 1 on my list.  I'll give you 5 1. Tupac 2. Nipsey Hussle 3. Da Brat 4. Camp lo 5. Snoop dogg

naijagurl · Accepted Answer

With my limited knowledge on the topic, I’d say Eminem.

Anonymous · Answer

If you don't like it shut up and keep you comments to yourself like damn are you a child or are you just judging because. You wanna play the B. S race card game like yo are you serious right now. Nobody told you to leave a comment suck ass screamo faggets and not all rapper talk about hurting people so befor y'all start judging and making some suck ass comments. What's your favorite music artist it doesn't matter what or who it is I listen to mix of songs like RAP, R&B, Soul, a little bit of Jazz, Gospal with more rythem to it and some old skool. but this generation RAP game sucks lol just being honest the reason why I say that is because this generation knows nothing about respect and caring for others they're just spoiled and not happy point blank it's not that hard to figure out but it's. Just depression with this generation nobody knows when to be serious they think it's just fun and game and that one thing which is babies having babies at a young age it's not cute what so ever I'm just being real so yo drop y'all favorite music artist and see who would react about it. like I said not all rapper talk about hurting people they wanna get there shit right to like everybody else that's been struggling in life.

burlen · Answer

The one and only 2Pac Shakur. In my opinion, none of of the rappers on that poster comes close to 2Pac's rhymes.

2Pac rhymes are so dope. Listen to his rhymes—they are imbued with skills that no other rapper has ever done.

ryryryan · Answer

Its a tie between Pac and big. Jay-Z and nas 3rd and forth respectively although ether by nas may give him 3rd automatically over Jay.. However eminem, big punisher, jadakiss, 50cent, big L, mos def and in my opinion even fat joe and AZ are contenders in this theoretical debate. Joe budden, lloyd banks, twista and busta rhymes get honorable mentions in my book. This is a fairly accurate concensus in the hip hop community more or less , however being as nobody listens to hip hop nearly as much these days... compared to the 90s, I maybe dated and need to take another look at more modern artists like Kendrick lamar or... maybe hip hop really is kina dying or at least past its golden age

0112358 · Answer

Well apparently not this guy Beyond that hard to say.

UnknownReflection · Answer

The king himself.

hellionthesagereborn · Answer

Aesop Rock no contest. He has the most unique style, the most unique word uses of any rapper by a substantial margin (scientifically proven no less (far more then Eminem, Jay z etc.), and is very interesting with how he uses metaphors and symbolism in his songs.

Kaazsz · Answer

I’m torn. It might be little Wayne to be honest.

And I used to be a little Wayne hater. I used to think he was trash.

But now I’m thinking he might be the best.

But I know that a lot of people would really disagree with me and not long ago I would have as well.

But I met a bunch of hardcore hip hop heads. And they convinced me to give little Wayne a real shot and listen to him for real and yea I dunno he’s a fucking beast lol.

BCA6010 · Answer

Honestly I haven't found one that really stands out for quality... Just a bunch that have one or two good raps with catchy beats and not much else.

I don't think his rap is exceptionally good, but Eminem definitely stands out compared to other modern rappers.

AlexBlack007 · Answer

I don't listen to rap much. I haven't heard enough rappers to say who the best ones are, I'll probably end up looking stupid 😅. But I really like Mike Shinoda's raps. His raps as a solo artist, as part of Linkin Park and Fort Minor are among my favorites in music in general. Again, I cannot say he's the best rapper even in my opinion because I haven't heard enough songs that are totally in the rap genre.

wankiam · Answer

you have to mention eminem because he opened up the whole genre and is technically very skilled but my true favourite would have to be either k rino or on this side of the pond, akala

AaronKrieger · Answer

Hands down Eminem. He writes to inspire.

vald9inches · Answer

Al Yankovic!

Youryeodongsaeng · Answer

Not in the American history but... Suga from BTS. This is my opinion.

White-American89 · Answer

Beastie boys.

Andrew72 · Answer

On this subject try checking out rap from other languages  This is the whole world after all

Secret6620 · Answer

Lol Wayne is my favorite I don't if that makes him the best but yeah lol🌸💓🌸

Daniel3035 · Answer

Eminem. Rappers today just talk words but eminem turns words to music.

Liam_Hayden · Answer

Michael Wright. He and his Gang got rap on the map. You all might better know him as "Wonder Mike" of The Sugarhill Gang.

tenukitanuki · Answer

it really bothers some people that culture doesn't have a summit and there's no trophy to win except for the thing you created in the first place.

McNugget89 · Answer

There are a lot of great rappers out there and some underground and unnoticed who stay humble. But my favorite is probably Wu-Tang Clan

Paige90 · Answer

I hate rap!! It doesn't take any musical talent! Just takes a good memory

the_mad_tinkerer · Answer

New king of the world for me is Amine. I think I spelled that right. Best flow, great lyrics, hooks, and an absolutely insane stage presence.

Landshrk0068 · Answer

Zack Hemsey Just wait for it, or skip to 4:08

GigiMary · Answer

This pastor and his wife: (https://www. youtube. com/watch? v=Kppx4bzfAaE)

Sweetascandy1990 · Answer

Tupac👑❤️❤️❤️ Nipsey did great things for his community too 🙏🏽

Seket · Answer

The one with highest words per second count while maintaining clear speech and least badmouthing.

rubyrose83 · Answer

It's still Eminem. He's yet to be outdone

FunkyMonkee · Answer

NO ONE!!! That's like asking: who's the best comatose patient in the world!!!

Anonymous · Answer

I like how you said world because there are some good ones outside of the U. S. There are some strong rappers coming out of Korea.

IreallyhateGAG · Answer

There is a tie for best ever 2pac and Biggie and Big Pun in second place

MAlNEVENTMAFIA · Answer

Yo honestly it is a 3 way tie between 2pac, Biggie and Big Pun.

IdentetarianimSucks · Answer

This guy

Anonymous · Answer

Between Tupac and Biggie. Eminem too. TLC and Nelly. Jay-Z..

motownplayer2000 · Answer

Does it matter. They all make a little bit of money.

mountybj · Answer

Big L, mobb deep doppest group, best new rapper Dave East

Anonymous · Answer

I think this is the best wrapper in the world

TisTheTruth · Answer

Cling... Keeps everything fresh.

Therisinghero12 · Answer

Not a fan of rap, but I did somewhat enjoy that Mr. clean song.

name_is_eric · Answer

Biggie Smalls. The most technical rapper to have lived, the greatest.

Anonymous · Answer

stat 1:40

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

When I used to be a fan of rap music I would say its 50 Cent.

SteveSmith1985 · Answer

Fact: the answer is, Immortal Technique.

Anonymous · Answer

This chick.

Aitch · Answer

Eminem. Even though I thought he was overrated but then I was like, “Nah, him it is.”

Anonymous · Answer

You all losers. But Mr.. Jackson.. We are the world.. Not you and your vagina.. 😀

Mollynotgemma · Answer

Eminem

Anonymous · Answer

A friend of mine who works in the Shipping and Packaging department. He wraps packages faster and more perfectly than anyone I know.

JamesBoradil03 · Answer

michael scott and dwight schrute

Daniela1982 · Answer

Who the hell cares? Rap-= Crap!

Rawkstar26 · Answer

2pac and Eminem are the best ever

kayaleyla285 · Answer

Eminem 🔥

Cammy137 · Answer

Id have to go with Eminem

someginger · Answer

Anyone from Wu tang is a safe bet

jabroni_no5 · Answer

The blast master, KRS-One!!

prettygurlrock · Answer

Post Malone , Kendrick Lamar too!

DizzyDesii · Answer

little weezy beeeyy beehh

yourealright · Answer

Damn that's not fair question

morrowlow · Answer

Rakim. but in my opinion it's Guru

NovissimumVirorum · Answer

Mel Brooks

Mosi21 · Answer

Eminem

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